
SANTA MONICA—The city of Santa Monica posted on its Facebook page on Monday, January 6 that the National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning and High Wind Warning for the region starting Tuesday, January 7.
Gusts in Santa Monica could reach up to 40 mph. There will be a high potential for falling trees and powerlines, as well as power outages. To prepare, follow the steps below. For more details, visit www.weather.gov/translate.
The public is warned to:
-Secure patio furniture to avoid damage
-Report power outages to SCE.com/outage
-Report fallen palm fronds and tree branches to 311 or 311.santamonica.gov
-Ensure you have flashlight and batteries ready
-Charge phones and portable chargers
By Trevor